Spilygy Tyrooo, Warm Springs, Oregon
October 2, 2013
Madras High School state test scores recognized
This month, Oregon Deputy Superintendent Rob Saxton announced
the end of the three-year School Improvement Grant (SIG) process for
10 schools across the state. Madras High School was among the schools
recognized for making significant improvements including a 30% increase
in the percentage of students meeting math scores and a 26% increase in
the percentage of students meeting reading scores.
“I know that the additional resources make a difference. But these types
of gains are not possible without the visions, passion, and determination of
a whole team of people. Thank you all for the work you have done - and
continue to do - to show us what transformational change truly looks
like,” said Saxton in a press release.
Madras High School state test scores jump
30% increase: math
26% increase: reading
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Get involved with Warm Springs K-8
Warm Springs K-8 planning
The Warm Springs K-8 team has put together a group
of parents, community members and teachers that will be
meeting monthly to provide input into planning for the new
school.
“We want to know what is important to our families,
neighbors and staff and what they would like to see in our
school,” said Glenna DeSouza, Warm Springs I<-8 Planning
Principal. “We’re creating a vision for the school and we
need to include them in the process.”
Glenna DeSouza,
Desouza will have an office in room 303 of the Tribal
Warm Springs K-8
Education Building during the construction year. The days
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and hours will be posted each week outside of the office. You can also learn more
about Warm Springs K-8 School planning by visiting facebook at www.facebook.
com/ pages/K 8 - Wa rm-Springs-School/.
Help design the new Warm Springs K-8 mascot and colors
Students from all grade levels are invited to create and submit designs for a
new mascot and colors for the Warm Springs K-8 School! Winners will have
their picture taken and displayed with the new mascot design. Designs must be
submitted to individual school offices by October 18.
Size: 9” x 12” (construction paper)
Colors: No less than two colors and no more than four colors (can be drawn with
colored pencils, crayons, marker or created digitally)
Options:
- You may use the current Warm Springs Elementary mascot (eagle) and colors
- You may submit individually or as a classroom
Thanks to Kiwanis, Rotary Club and com m unity members, students have a new place to play!
School construction projects boost local economy
The construction projects funded by the school
bond are creating jobs and supporting businesses
in our Madras and Warm Springs communities.
“It is always our goal to support the local
communities where we have projects,” said Dave
Fishel, Construction Project Manager for the
District. “The Warm Springs K-8 project has been
a great example of how we can partner with local
community members to provide job training and
boost local economies.” "
According to Fishel, nearly 45% of the team
members working on the Warm Springs K-8
project are Tribal employees.
“This is above our initial goal and significantly higher than any other
Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs project,” said Fishel. “We’ve been working
hard to reach out to local community members and follow stringent contract
requirements.”
Fishel says that careful tracking and monitoring
of the employment and training piece is an ongoing
priority.
“We’re proud of what we’ve accomplished so
far and we will continue to build on what’s been
established,” said Fishel. “We are also hopeful that
many of the training, outreach and compliance tools
we’ve developed for this
project will be utilized by the
Tribes on future projects to
help ensure significant Tribal
employment on all future construction projects.”
New track and athletic field for JCMS
The 2013-2014 school year is off to a running start
at JCMS with a new track and field funded by the
school bond.
Eagle Eyes: Madras Primary students help each other
solve problems
A special group of 2nd graders at Madras Primary are working together
to make their school a happier place. The “Eagle Eyes” are part of a new
program where students help younger classmates solve small problems and feel
comfortable at school.
“We called on 10 girls and 10 boys who are natural leaders in school and
we are teaching them how to help their peers manage small conflicts,” said P.E.
Teacher Caron Smith who leads the Eagle Eyes program with School Counselor
Brooke Thygeson.
“We use a program called ‘Kelso’s Choices’ to help the Eagle Eyes students
understand when it’s important to get an adult involved,” added Thygeson.
The students attended a three-hour training session during their summer
vacation and meet weekly to talk about their responsibilities as Eagle Eyes.
“My name is Taft and I’m an Eagle Eye. I see that you’re having some
problems, would you like me to help you?” said one second grade student during
the group’s weekly role-play practice.
Posters and videos with Kelso the frog help students learn to negotiate during
a conflict or when to apologize, ignore it, walk away or tell an adult.
The Eagle Eyes also help make younger classmates feel at home by helping
with school tours for kindergarteners.
New ways.for Madras Primary parents and families to
get involved!
Madras Primary gets a fresh start
Madras Primary kicked off the 2013-2014 school
year with a new principal, parking lot/drop off area and
playground. Thanks to community members who voted
to pass the school bond, and generous support from
the local Kiwanis and Rotary groups, the students are
climbing, sliding, playing and “hooping” it up hula and
basketball style.
“I can remember what it looked like without grass,
but I like it better with grass because if somebody fell, it
would be nice and soft,” said Rylee McCabe, grade 2.
Satellite Cook Beverly
According to teacher Margie Long, one student was
Gallimoreand Head
excited about being able to do more cartwheels.
Custodian Gina Goetsch
show o ff the new access
“It gives them another reason to come outside and
ramp in the Madras
play,” said Long.
Primary cafeteria.
New Madras Primary Principal Deborah
Hunt says that the new parking area, funded
by the school bond, has made a big difference
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for students and staff.
“It’s such a nice way to start the day. I can
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say good morning to most of the students
10/09 2-hour early release
and families every day,” said Hunt.
10/11 NO SCHOOL
(Teachers in service)
Improvements at Madras Primary
School bond funding has made a
new cafeteria ramp and classroom space
possible for special education students and
community members at Madras primary.
Madras Primary Eagle Eyes (left to right) Brody Chapanar, Rylee McCabe, Maikel Poland, Malja
Poland,and Marcelina Zacarias get ready to visit the new playground.
10/14 School Board Meeting
SSB; 7:00 p.m.
Madras Primary’s new Principal, Deborah Hunt, is
planning for a full year of parent, family and community
involvement.
“We have an amazing school, caring staff and
wonderful students,” said Hunt. “The connection
between school and home is so important for our
children.”
According to Hunt, the Madras Primary team’s goal
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is to invite parents and families into the school at least
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one time each month through family learning nights
and parent afternoon gatherings. They are also working to establish school
routines and processes that ensure safety for children at school while allowing for
maximum student achievement.
“We want to share what we’re doing at school and talk about ways families
can help their children at home with reading, math and social skills,” said Hunt.
“Coming to family and parent events is a great way to get to know us, and we
also encourage volunteers to help out in the classroom and school office.”
If you’re interested in volunteering at Madras Primary, stop by the main office
and fill out a volunteer form.
Metolius Elementary shines
The Oregon Department of Education recently designated Metolius
Elementary a level four school based on academic achievement and academic
growth. Schools are rated on a scale of one to five with five being the highest
rating. Metolius Elementary has moved from level three to level four in the
past year, which means our students’ academic performance is above the state
average! Congratulations to Metolius students, teachers and staff!
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